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An observation, recording and analysis of student's academic performance through culturally
sensitive formal and informal assessments. Diagnostic tests in areas of cognitive, academic,
motor, and social development, and approaches such as archival research, the development of a
comprehensive case study, and portfolio assessment techniques are used. Collaboration with
other professionals to develop a comprehensive assessment of the student's abilities is an integral part of the course. Translation of results into meaningful educational practice is stressed. This course includes a required pre-practicum field-based experience of 25 hours in a public school or
other approved educational setting. The majority of time is spent working with an individual
student.
Prerequisite: SPED 962 Developmental Patterns of Students with Moderate Disabilities. Open to
matriculated graduate students or by permission of the special education program coordinator.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours